Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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6166257 | Urology | 2015 | 32 Pages |
Abstract
Prostate artery embolization has emerged as a promising treatment for lower urinary tract symptoms secondary to benign prostatic hyperplasia. However, although it has gained increasing attention in radiology literature, it remains under-reported from a urologic perspective. We aim at providing an up-to-date review of this minimally invasive technique. Evidence suggests it is a promising and effective option for patients with large prostate volumes, multiple comorbidities, and suboptimal results from pharmacotherapy. Larger, randomized studies with longer follow-up periods are needed for this technique to be formally established in the urology community.
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Authors
Patrick Jones, Bhavan Prasad Rai, Rajesh Nair, Bhaskar K. Somani,